Olympus TG-830 iHS vs Sony W570

Its time to look closer at the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony W570, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TG-830 iHS (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-830 iHS was introduced 2 years after the W570 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-830 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-830 iHS matches up against the W570 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-830 iHS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-830 iHS features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-830 iHS and Sony W570 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-830 iHS against the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-830 iHS and W570 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-830 iHS and W570.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger TG-830 iHS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.